{"id":22673,"date":"2021-06-02T06:05:59","date_gmt":"2021-06-02T06:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=22673"},"modified":"2025-04-02T05:19:14","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T05:19:14","slug":"show-profile-picture-in-windows-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/show-profile-picture-in-windows-10\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get a profile picture to show in Windows 10?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Windows 10 is undoubtedly an impressive OS. However, as efficient as it is, it is not free from occasional bugs and errors. While some of these issues affect the core functionalities of Windows 10, others interfere with minor features. No matter where the problem is, it can be disturbing when your computer is not working as it should. In such cases, you are right to seek solutions that will help you rectify whatever is wrong.<\/p>\n<p>A common error reported by users is their profile picture not showing up in the Start menu. It\u2019s only natural to feel annoyed with this problem. After all, anyone expects their computer to function properly all the time. So, in this guide, you will learn how to fix the Windows 10 profile picture not showing up.<\/p>\n<p>However, before we begin, let&#8217;s take a look at some of the reasons why this problem is likely to occur on your device.<\/p>\n<h2>Why Is the User Account Picture Not Showing Up in the Start Menu on Windows 10?<\/h2>\n<p>There are several reasons why your profile picture is not showing up in the Start menu. For starters, it could be an issue with your system settings. The Settings app contains features that are responsible for the normal functioning of your computer. When any of these are modified intentionally or accidentally, your device responds by making changes that you might not be comfortable with.<\/p>\n<p>Another likely cause could be an error with your login information or a corruption issue within the system files. In addition, a momentary bug affecting your operating system can be responsible for this problem.<\/p>\n<p>While this might sound unlikely, malware can also cause this issue. As you surf the Internet, it is possible to download harmful programs onto your device accidentally. These malicious codes could leave behind some issues, even after you have uninstalled them. This is because some antivirus tools only remove malware from your PC without repairing the damages it left. These include data damage, file corruption, and unintentional alterations, which may result in your profile picture not showing up.<\/p>\n<p>To resolve this, you need to get an antivirus tool that will remove the malware while repairing the issues it left behind. In this guide, you will learn about the best anti-malware that will help you do this easily.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of the reasons why your user account picture is not showing up on Windows 10:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Changes in your system settings<\/li>\n<li>Login information errors<\/li>\n<li>Corrupt system files<\/li>\n<li>Bugs affecting the operating system<\/li>\n<li>Malware<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Fix the Profile Picture Not Showing Up on Windows 10<\/h2>\n<p>So, what if the profile photo is not showing up on Windows 10? What should you do? Here is a quick look at the methods you can apply to fix this error on your computer:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Restart Your Computer and Log Into Your Account Again<\/li>\n<li>Repair Damage With an Anti-Malware Tool<\/li>\n<li>Run a System File Checker Scan<\/li>\n<li>Use the Windows Troubleshooter<\/li>\n<li>Check for Old Pictures<\/li>\n<li>Check for Operating System Updates<\/li>\n<li>Change to a Different Picture in Settings<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Now, let&#8217;s take a detailed look at each of these solutions.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 1: Restart Your Computer and Log Into Your Account Again<\/h3>\n<p>As casual as it sounds, this simple fix can rectify the issue easily:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Reboot your system: go to the Start menu, click on the Power button and select Restart.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32447 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc.png\" alt=\"Click Restart in the Start menu to reboot your system.\" width=\"336\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc.png 336w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc-300x185.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 336px) 100vw, 336px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Check to ensure your internet connection is working properly: navigate to the system tray, locate the Internet connection icon and check your connection status.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32449 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/check-your-connection-icon.png\" alt=\"Check your Internet connection status.\" width=\"170\" height=\"45\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Now, log into your Microsoft Account all over again.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32451 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/microsoft-account-sign-in.png\" alt=\"Go to account.microsoft.com and click Sign in.\" width=\"1904\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/microsoft-account-sign-in.png 1904w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/microsoft-account-sign-in-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/microsoft-account-sign-in-768x323.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/microsoft-account-sign-in-1024x430.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/microsoft-account-sign-in-1536x645.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/microsoft-account-sign-in-560x235.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1904px) 100vw, 1904px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Some users have reported that doing this was helpful in resolving the error on their Windows 10 computers. However, if your profile picture still does not show up after applying this fix, move to the next method.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 2: Repair Damage With an Anti-Malware Tool<\/h3>\n<p>When you surf the web without precautions, you may unknowingly install malware on your PC. When this happens, your system files will get corrupted, damaged, or even deleted. Even if you have an antivirus app on your computer to remove harmful programs, it may be unable to repair the damage.<\/p>\n<p>In some cases, your normal antivirus can fail to detect certain malware hiding deep within your system. When this happens, you need software built specifically to locate and remove sophisticated security threats. In addition, it will repair any harm that has already occurred.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/go\/blog_auslogics_fromarticles\/en\/software\/anti-malware\/downloads\/?ref=show-profile-picture-in-windows-10\">Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a> is a tool that detects threats that your regular antivirus may miss. This easy-to-use app does not conflict with Windows Defender or other antivirus solutions. It will run a scan on your computer and spot malware no matter how discreetly it operates in the background. Besides, it will analyze all auto-start items to detect any suspicious entries. Once an anomaly is found, it will give you a full report. Within a few clicks, you can resolve all security issues on your device.<\/p>\n\n<p>Auslogics Anti-Malware has three modes that you can use to protect your Windows 10 PC. They are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Quick Scan<\/strong>: You can use this scan to analyze common and important areas where threats are most likely found.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Deep Scan<\/strong>: This option scans your system entirely, including the registry entries. If any threats are lurking around, the tool will find them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Custom Scan<\/strong>: This mode allows you to choose specific files and folders that you want to scan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32445 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogics-anti-malware-scans.png\" alt=\"Select any type of Auslogics Anti-Malware scan to scan your system for malware..\" width=\"839\" height=\"634\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogics-anti-malware-scans.png 839w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogics-anti-malware-scans-300x227.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogics-anti-malware-scans-768x580.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogics-anti-malware-scans-560x423.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 839px) 100vw, 839px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To resolve the profile picture error, we recommend using the Deep Scan mode. While it takes longer to perform a scan, it will carry out a more extensive search. This way, it will easily find and resolve any damage that could be causing issues on your device.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32453\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/deep-scan-auslogics-anti-malware.png\" alt=\"Check Deep scan to comprehensively scan your system for malicious items.\" width=\"843\" height=\"642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/deep-scan-auslogics-anti-malware.png 1042w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/deep-scan-auslogics-anti-malware-300x228.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/deep-scan-auslogics-anti-malware-768x584.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/deep-scan-auslogics-anti-malware-1024x779.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/deep-scan-auslogics-anti-malware-560x426.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Auslogics Anti-Malware has been tested by manufacturers and IT professionals and is constantly updated, meaning it is effective at resolving threats that your normal antivirus may miss.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32455\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogic-anti-malware-database-is-regularly-updated.png\" alt=\"Auslogics Anti-Malware is constantly updated to be able to remove the latest threats.\" width=\"838\" height=\"635\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogic-anti-malware-database-is-regularly-updated.png 1039w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogic-anti-malware-database-is-regularly-updated-300x227.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogic-anti-malware-database-is-regularly-updated-768x582.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogic-anti-malware-database-is-regularly-updated-1024x776.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/auslogic-anti-malware-database-is-regularly-updated-560x424.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 838px) 100vw, 838px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Solution 3: Run a System File Checker Scan<\/h3>\n<p>Another solution is to use the System File Checker to scan for and fix system file corruption. To do this, follow the steps outlined below:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the search box and type in \u201ccmd\u201d (no quotes). Right-click Command Prompt from the results, then select Run as Administrator.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32457 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-as-adimistrator.png\" alt=\"Type cmd into Search, right-click Command Prompt and select Run as Administrator.\" width=\"835\" height=\"684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-as-adimistrator.png 835w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-as-adimistrator-300x246.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-as-adimistrator-768x629.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-as-adimistrator-560x459.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, 835px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Click Yes in the UAC window.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32459 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/yes-in-the-uac-window.png\" alt=\"Select Yes in the UAC window.\" width=\"458\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/yes-in-the-uac-window.png 458w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/yes-in-the-uac-window-300x208.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 458px) 100vw, 458px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Once the Command Prompt is up, type in the following command and press Enter: sfc\/scannow.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32461 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/type-sfcscannow.png\" alt=\"Type sfc\/scannow into the Command Prompt and press Enter.\" width=\"981\" height=\"514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/type-sfcscannow.png 981w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/type-sfcscannow-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/type-sfcscannow-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/type-sfcscannow-560x293.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 981px) 100vw, 981px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Wait patiently as SFC scans the system for any issues.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32463 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/sfcscan-is-running.png\" alt=\"Wait while the sfc scan is running.\" width=\"981\" height=\"514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/sfcscan-is-running.png 981w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/sfcscan-is-running-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/sfcscan-is-running-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/sfcscan-is-running-560x293.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 981px) 100vw, 981px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Once the process is complete, follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32465 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/process-complete.png\" alt=\"Wait until the sfc scan is complete.\" width=\"981\" height=\"515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/process-complete.png 981w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/process-complete-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/process-complete-768x403.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/process-complete-560x294.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 981px) 100vw, 981px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Check to see if your profile picture is now showing. If it is not, move to the next fix.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 4: Use the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter<\/h3>\n<p>The Windows operating system comes with the built-in Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter. To use this program, follow the steps below:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Click the Start button and choose Settings from the options.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32467 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-settings-from-start-menu.png\" alt=\"Choose Settings from the Start menu options.\" width=\"651\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-settings-from-start-menu.png 651w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-settings-from-start-menu-286x300.png 286w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-settings-from-start-menu-560x588.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 651px) 100vw, 651px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>On the new page, go to the Update &amp; Security section.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32469 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-option-1.png\" alt=\"Click the Update &amp; Security option.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-option-1.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-option-1-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-option-1-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-option-1-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-option-1-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Scroll through to locate the Troubleshoot option.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32471 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/locate-troubleshoot-option.png\" alt=\"Click on the Troubleshoot option on the left pane.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/locate-troubleshoot-option.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/locate-troubleshoot-option-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/locate-troubleshoot-option-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/locate-troubleshoot-option-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/locate-troubleshoot-option-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Open this and select Additional troubleshooters.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32473 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/additional-troubleshooters-option.png\" alt=\"Click Additional troubleshooters on the Troubleshoot screen.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/additional-troubleshooters-option.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/additional-troubleshooters-option-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/additional-troubleshooters-option-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/additional-troubleshooters-option-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/additional-troubleshooters-option-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Click on Windows Store Apps.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32475 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter.png\" alt=\"Select Windows Store Apps.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Click &#8220;Run the troubleshooter&#8221;.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32477 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-the-troubleshooter.png\" alt=\"Select the &quot;Run the troubleshooter&quot; option.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-the-troubleshooter.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-the-troubleshooter-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-the-troubleshooter-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-the-troubleshooter-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/run-the-troubleshooter-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Wait while the Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter is scanning your system.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32479 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter-running.png\" alt=\"The Windows Store Apps Troubleshooter is performing a scan.\" width=\"575\" height=\"443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter-running.png 575w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter-running-300x231.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/windows-store-apps-troubleshooter-running-560x431.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 575px) 100vw, 575px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Once the process is done, check to see if you can now see your profile picture. If the problem persists at this point, move to the next solution.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 5: Check for Old Account Pictures<\/h3>\n<p>If you have old account pictures saved in Settings, they might interfere with any new account picture you are trying to set up. In addition, some bugs can prevent the picture from showing up. You need to follow these steps to fix it:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the Run box by pressing the shortcut Windows key + R on your keyboard.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32481 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/open-run-box.png\" alt=\"The Run window will open.\" width=\"401\" height=\"208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/open-run-box.png 401w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/open-run-box-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 401px) 100vw, 401px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Now, copy and paste this command line and hit the Enter key on your keyboard: <em><em>%appdata%\\\\Microsoft\\\\Windows\\\\AccountPictures.<\/em><\/em><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32483 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/account-pictures-command.png\" alt=\"Type %appdata%\\\\Microsoft\\\\Windows\\\\AccountPictures into Run.\" width=\"401\" height=\"208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/account-pictures-command.png 401w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/account-pictures-command-300x156.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 401px) 100vw, 401px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>If there are any other account pictures on the list, delete them and reboot your PC.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32485 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/old-account-pictures.png\" alt=\"Delete images from the Account Pictures folder.\" width=\"925\" height=\"677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/old-account-pictures.png 925w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/old-account-pictures-300x220.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/old-account-pictures-768x562.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/old-account-pictures-560x410.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 925px) 100vw, 925px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Your profile picture should show up now. However, if no old account pictures are listed, move to the next fix.<\/p>\n<h3>Solution 6: Check for Operating System Updates<\/h3>\n<p>Microsoft regularly releases updates and patches aimed at fixing bugs and improving system function. If your operating system is outdated, your computer can throw up errors. So, when you encounter certain issues, it is recommended that you check to confirm that your OS is up to date.<\/p>\n<p>To apply this solution, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Press the Windows Start button and click the Settings option.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32487 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/open-settings-app-2.png\" alt=\"Select Settings from the Start menu.\" width=\"651\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/open-settings-app-2.png 651w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/open-settings-app-2-286x300.png 286w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/open-settings-app-2-560x588.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 651px) 100vw, 651px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>From here, select Update &amp; Security.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32489 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-7.png\" alt=\"Click Update &amp; Security.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-7.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-7-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-7-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-7-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-security-7-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Go to the Windows Update section.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32491 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-windows-update.png\" alt=\"Navigate to the Windows Update section.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-windows-update.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-windows-update-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-windows-update-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-windows-update-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-windows-update-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Click on Check for Updates.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32493\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-check-for-updates-2.png\" alt=\"Click on the Check for updates button.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-check-for-updates-2.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-check-for-updates-2-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-check-for-updates-2-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-check-for-updates-2-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-check-for-updates-2-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Wait patiently while Windows performs a search.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32495 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/wait-while-windows-performs-a-search.png\" alt=\"Windows is searching for updates.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/wait-while-windows-performs-a-search.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/wait-while-windows-performs-a-search-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/wait-while-windows-performs-a-search-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/wait-while-windows-performs-a-search-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/wait-while-windows-performs-a-search-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>If there are updates available, click Download and install.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32497 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/download-and-install.png\" alt=\"Click the &quot;Download and install&quot; option to install available updates.\" width=\"1030\" height=\"806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/download-and-install.png 1030w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/download-and-install-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/download-and-install-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/download-and-install-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/download-and-install-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>At this point, Windows will commence the installation process.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32499 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-installation-process.png\" alt=\"The installation process is running.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-installation-process.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-installation-process-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-installation-process-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-installation-process-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/update-installation-process-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Once it is complete, restart your computer and check to see if the problem has been resolved.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32501 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc-1.png\" alt=\"Click &quot;Restart now&quot; after installing all the updates.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc-1.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc-1-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc-1-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc-1-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/restart-your-pc-1-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>Solution 7: Change to a Different Picture in Settings<\/h3>\n<p>The next solution is to attempt to change to a different picture. You can do this through Settings. Here is how:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Click on the Start icon and go to Settings.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32503 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/start-icon-settings.png\" alt=\"Click Settings in the Start menu.\" width=\"651\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/start-icon-settings.png 651w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/start-icon-settings-286x300.png 286w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/start-icon-settings-560x588.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 651px) 100vw, 651px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>In the new window, click on Accounts.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32505 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-accounts.png\" alt=\"Click Accounts in the Settings menu.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-accounts.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-accounts-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-accounts-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-accounts-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/click-accounts-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>On the right pane, scroll down until you reach Create Your Picture.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32507 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/create-your-picture.png\" alt=\"Navigate to &quot;Create your picture&quot;.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/create-your-picture.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/create-your-picture-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/create-your-picture-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/create-your-picture-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/create-your-picture-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Click Browse for One.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32509 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/browse-for-one.png\" alt=\"Click on the &quot;Browse for one&quot; option.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/browse-for-one.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/browse-for-one-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/browse-for-one-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/browse-for-one-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/browse-for-one-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Locate the file that you wish to use as your profile picture and then choose the picture.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32511 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-your-profile-picture.png\" alt=\"Choose your new profile picture.\" width=\"947\" height=\"475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-your-profile-picture.png 947w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-your-profile-picture-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-your-profile-picture-768x385.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/choose-your-profile-picture-560x281.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 947px) 100vw, 947px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Your new account picture will appear.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32513 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/new-account-picture.png\" alt=\"Check your new account picture.\" width=\"1026\" height=\"803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/new-account-picture.png 1026w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/new-account-picture-300x235.png 300w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/new-account-picture-768x601.png 768w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/new-account-picture-1024x801.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/new-account-picture-560x438.png 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1026px) 100vw, 1026px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Now close the Settings window and restart your PC.<\/p>\n<p>Your new picture should be showing now.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>In this article, we described recommended solutions for fixing your profile picture not showing on Windows 10. 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